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Cusco: Full-Day Trip to Machu Picchu with Hotel Transfers

4.208556 out of 5 stars
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4.208556 out of 5 stars
187 reviews
Activity provider:www.hakutravel.com
Cusco: Full-Day Trip to Machu Picchu with Hotel Transfers
4.208556 out of 5 stars
4.2
4.208556 out of 5 stars
187 reviews

Visit the iconic Machu Picchu on a full-day bus and train journey from Cusco. Enjoy a guided tour and some free time to explore the historic sanctuary by yourself.

About this activity

Cancellation policy
This activity is non-refundable
Duration 12 hours - 1 day
Check availability to see starting times
Live tour guide
English, Spanish
Pickup included
We provide pick-up service from hotels and Airbnbs located within a 1.5 km radius of Plaza de Armas, in the city center. For locations outside this radius, we kindly ask guests to make their way to our office to arrange transportation
Small group
Limited to 10 participants

Highlighted reviews from other travelers

C
Ciaran – United Kingdom

The whole trip was very well organised, including all of the transport, pick up and drop off at our hotel in Cusco, tickets, communication from the tour operators etc. José was our guide for the tour of Machu Picchu and was extremely knowledgeable and provided a great experience.

S
Sylvain – Canada

all perfect, transport, guide, infos, everything outstanding!

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Itinerary

  • Timeline stop icon

    2 pickup location options:

    Cusco, Centro Histórico

  • Bus/coach

    (105 minutes)

  • Train

    (105 minutes)

  • On foot

    (20 minutes)

  • Bus/coach

    (30 minutes)

  • Timeline stop icon

    Machu Picchu

    Visit, Guided tour (3 hours)

  • Machu Picchu

    Photo stop, Bus tour, Hop-on Hop-off stop (10 minutes)

  • Bus/coach

    (25 minutes)

    Aguas Calientes

    Visit, Lunch, Walk (1 hour)

    Optional
  • Train

    (105 minutes)

  • On foot

    (5 minutes)

  • Bus/coach

    (105 minutes)

  • 3 drop-off locations:

    Plaza San Francisco, Cusco 08002, Peru, Cusco, Centro Histórico

Main stop
Other stop

For reference only. Itineraries are subject to change.

Highlights

  • Experience the dramatic views of the high Andes at Machu Picchu
  • Embark on a guided tour around the Machu Picchu site with a guide
  • Enjoy free time to explore this ancient citadel built by the Incas
  • Go on a full-day bus and train journey to Machu Picchu from Cusco
  • Feel free to ask your guide for suggestions after the guided tour

Full description

Start your adventure with pickup from your accommodation in Cusco. Travel by tourist bus to Ollantaytambo (approx. 1.5 hours) and board the train to Aguas Calientes (approx. 1.75 hours). Upon arrival, receive assistance to take the bus to Machu Picchu's entrance (approx. 25 minutes). Enjoy a 2-hour guided tour of the citadel. Afterward, take the bus back to Aguas Calientes, where you’ll have free time for lunch. Return to Ollantaytambo by train (approx. 1.75 hours) and then a bus back to your Cusco accommodation (approx. 1.5 hours).

Pick-Up in Cusco: Collect your accommodation in the historic center of Cusco.
Travel to Ollantaytambo: Take a tourist bus to the Ollantaytambo train station (approximately 1 hour and 30 minutes).
Train to Aguas Calientes: Board the train to Aguas Calientes (approximately 1 hour and 45 minutes).
Arrival in Aguas Calientes: Arrive at the Aguas Calientes train station (also known as Machu Picchu Pueblo).
Transfer to Machu Picchu: Assistance to take the bus to the entrance gate of Machu Picchu (approximately 25 minutes).
Guided Tour: Enjoy a guided tour of Machu Picchu (approximately 3 hours).
Return to Aguas Calientes: After the tour, assistance to take the bus back to Aguas Calientes (approximately 25 minutes).
Free Time for Lunch: Free time to have lunch on your own in one of the typical restaurants in the area.
Train Back to Ollantaytambo: At the designated time, be at the Aguas Calientes train station to board the train back to Ollantaytambo (approximately 1 hour and 45 minutes).
Return to Cusco: Upon arrival at Ollantaytambo station, the bus will be waiting to take you back to your accommodation in Cusco (approximately 1 hour and 30 minutes).

Note: Options are subject to availability. Since there are various circuits at Machu Picchu, the most traditional is Circuit 2A. If Circuit 2A is fully booked, you can choose from Circuit 3 or 5. When making your reservation, if Circuit 2A is not available, you may opt for Circuit 3 or 5.

Includes

  • Round-trip from your hotel to the train station
  • Round trip by train (depending on the chosen option) from Ollantaytambo to Aguas Calientes
  • Round trip bus from Aguas Calientes to Machu Picchu (depending on the chosen option)
  • Certified, local guide
  • Entrance to Machu Picchu (depending on availability: Circuit 2A, Circuit 3, or Circuit 5)
  • Guided tour (depending on the chosen option)
  • Bus for the descent from Machu Picchu
  • Food and drinks

Not suitable for

  • People with mobility impairments

Important information

What to bring

  • Passport
  • Camera
  • Water
  • Rain gear

Not allowed

  • Luggage or large bags

Know before you go

  • Please make sure to bring a valid passport on the day of your excursion.
  • The hotel pick-up time depends on the confirmed departure time of the train, which could be at 4:00 AM or 6:00 AM. We will inform you of the hotel pick-up time a couple of days before the trip departure.
  • Hotel pick-up service is available only for hotels in downtown Cuzco.
  • The guided tour to Machu Picchu will last approximately 3 hours, with free time to enjoy Aguas Calientes before returning to Cuzco.
  • Machu Picchu is regulated by the Peruvian government, so visitors can only stay within the citadel during the guided tour.
  • Please note that, in compliance with regulations, you will not be allowed to re-enter the citadel once you exit.
  • Due to new regulations in the purchase of Machu Picchu tickets, we want to inform you that, in case of cancellation of your reservation, the percentage corresponding to the entrance ticket cannot be refunded.

From $335 per person

Customer reviews

Overall rating

4.2 /5

based on 187 reviews

Review summary

  • Guide
    4.4/5
  • Transportation
    4.1/5
  • Value for money
    3.7/5

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Ciaran – United KingdomJune 7, 2025 – Verified booking
The whole trip was very well organised, including all of the transport, pick up and drop off at our hotel in Cusco, tickets, communication from the tour operators etc. José was our guide for the tour of Machu Picchu and was extremely knowledgeable and provided a great experience.
S
Sylvain – CanadaMay 16, 2025 – Verified booking
all perfect, transport, guide, infos, everything outstanding!
G
George – United KingdomMay 12, 2025 – Verified booking
Great day, our guide was also a great photographer that took the time to take great pictures and videos of everyone.

Product ID: 387690

Activity provider:www.hakutravel.com
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